Susan Luther Koon
@slkithaca.bsky.social
Retired school teacher, union activist, loyal democrat. Upstate New Yorker.
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A Minneapolis church holds a service of 'Lament and Hope' amid fears over immigration crackdown https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/minneapolis-church-holds-lament-hope-234619138.html
A Minneapolis church holds a service of 'Lament and Hope' amid fears over immigration crackdown
A Minneapolis church opened its doors for a special Sunday service — called a service of ‘Lament and Hope’ — in recognition of the tumultuous week in a city on edge after the fatal shooting of a woman by an immigration officer. The service comes as Minneapolis has the spotlight as the latest flashpoint in President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. The Department of Homeland Security has sent roughly 2,000 agents and officers to the region in a show of force, sparking fear in the city's immigrant communities and strong opposition among activists who are pushing back loudly against enforcement.
www.yahoo.com
January 12, 2026 at 1:08 AM
A Minneapolis church holds a service of 'Lament and Hope' amid fears over immigration crackdown https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/minneapolis-church-holds-lament-hope-234619138.html
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Pay equity for the amazing WNBA players!
Time is running out for the @wnba.com to pay the players what they owe them. Their contract expires TONIGHT.
Without the players, there is no WNBA — and fair pay is LONG overdue. America’s unions stand in solidarity with the WNBPA players in this fight ✊
Without the players, there is no WNBA — and fair pay is LONG overdue. America’s unions stand in solidarity with the WNBPA players in this fight ✊
January 10, 2026 at 8:29 PM
Pay equity for the amazing WNBA players!
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This is about affordability.
Let's get it done in the Senate.
Let's get it done in the Senate.
January 10, 2026 at 4:37 PM
This is about affordability.
Let's get it done in the Senate.
Let's get it done in the Senate.
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When families are struggling with grocery prices, it’s unacceptable that extreme Republicans continue to protect corporations making record profits instead of taking action to bring costs down for consumers.
January 10, 2026 at 5:55 PM
When families are struggling with grocery prices, it’s unacceptable that extreme Republicans continue to protect corporations making record profits instead of taking action to bring costs down for consumers.
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We are at our best as a nation when we treat everyone with dignity and respect.
That’s why I oppose the proposed ICE "mega-detention center" in Stafford. We can have secure borders without being cruel to our neighbors.
Vindman comes out against 'cruel' plan for detention center in Stafford - Fredericksburg Free Press
The Democratic congressman noted his own immigrant past in decrying facility.
www.fredericksburgfreepress.com
January 9, 2026 at 7:45 PM
We are at our best as a nation when we treat everyone with dignity and respect.
That’s why I oppose the proposed ICE "mega-detention center" in Stafford. We can have secure borders without being cruel to our neighbors.
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15 years ago today, former Representative Gabby Giffords was wounded in a horrific act of political violence when a gunman opened fire at a public event in Tucson, Arizona.
In Congress, I’m dedicated to uplifting her mission by working to make our communities safer through commonsense gun reform.
In Congress, I’m dedicated to uplifting her mission by working to make our communities safer through commonsense gun reform.
January 8, 2026 at 2:58 PM
15 years ago today, former Representative Gabby Giffords was wounded in a horrific act of political violence when a gunman opened fire at a public event in Tucson, Arizona.
In Congress, I’m dedicated to uplifting her mission by working to make our communities safer through commonsense gun reform.
In Congress, I’m dedicated to uplifting her mission by working to make our communities safer through commonsense gun reform.
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The video is horrific, and the death of this young mother was preventable. This is not who we are as a country.
The President’s lies are inflaming a volatile situation. Local law enforcement needs to immediately conduct an investigation and ensure accountability.
The President’s lies are inflaming a volatile situation. Local law enforcement needs to immediately conduct an investigation and ensure accountability.
January 8, 2026 at 2:15 PM
The video is horrific, and the death of this young mother was preventable. This is not who we are as a country.
The President’s lies are inflaming a volatile situation. Local law enforcement needs to immediately conduct an investigation and ensure accountability.
The President’s lies are inflaming a volatile situation. Local law enforcement needs to immediately conduct an investigation and ensure accountability.
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Today marks 15 years since a gunman tried to assassinate me. He shot 19 people and killed six.
I almost died, and think of those who did every day.
I almost died, and think of those who did every day.
January 8, 2026 at 12:11 PM
Today marks 15 years since a gunman tried to assassinate me. He shot 19 people and killed six.
I almost died, and think of those who did every day.
I almost died, and think of those who did every day.
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We should all agree that ICE killing people is wrong and shouldn’t be happening. Period.
January 8, 2026 at 2:52 AM
We should all agree that ICE killing people is wrong and shouldn’t be happening. Period.
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I served in Iraq. My brother was wounded there. I know firsthand that wars are easy to start and extraordinarily difficult to end.
That's why I joined my colleagues in the House Democratic Veterans Caucus to make our message clear: the American people do not want a war in Venezuela.
That's why I joined my colleagues in the House Democratic Veterans Caucus to make our message clear: the American people do not want a war in Venezuela.
January 7, 2026 at 8:39 PM
I served in Iraq. My brother was wounded there. I know firsthand that wars are easy to start and extraordinarily difficult to end.
That's why I joined my colleagues in the House Democratic Veterans Caucus to make our message clear: the American people do not want a war in Venezuela.
That's why I joined my colleagues in the House Democratic Veterans Caucus to make our message clear: the American people do not want a war in Venezuela.
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January 6, 2026 at 4:44 PM
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Just got my copies of WHO'S BUILDING? Book 2 in the series. Written by Katrina Moore and illustrated by me. Out March 10th 2026! 💛 #kidlit #boardbook
January 5, 2026 at 2:54 AM
Just got my copies of WHO'S BUILDING? Book 2 in the series. Written by Katrina Moore and illustrated by me. Out March 10th 2026! 💛 #kidlit #boardbook
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Cindy and my thoughts are with our troops this morning and their families. We hope they come home safe.
The U.S. military is a remarkable instrument that performs magnificently.
The question is whether it will be a tool of conquest or a tool to defend American lives and values.
The U.S. military is a remarkable instrument that performs magnificently.
The question is whether it will be a tool of conquest or a tool to defend American lives and values.
January 3, 2026 at 3:32 PM
Cindy and my thoughts are with our troops this morning and their families. We hope they come home safe.
The U.S. military is a remarkable instrument that performs magnificently.
The question is whether it will be a tool of conquest or a tool to defend American lives and values.
The U.S. military is a remarkable instrument that performs magnificently.
The question is whether it will be a tool of conquest or a tool to defend American lives and values.
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X né Twitter is a white supremacist-owned site so it always bugs me when it's mentioned in crosswords, especially when there is Absolutely no need. Please stop. Fuck that guy and his trash site.
January 2, 2026 at 6:24 PM
X né Twitter is a white supremacist-owned site so it always bugs me when it's mentioned in crosswords, especially when there is Absolutely no need. Please stop. Fuck that guy and his trash site.
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Across the North Country, healthcare premiums are now set to soar after ACA subsidies expired yesterday. Congress isn’t working for us. We can change that. Let’s bring leadership back to New York’s 21st and actually protect healthcare.
January 2, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Across the North Country, healthcare premiums are now set to soar after ACA subsidies expired yesterday. Congress isn’t working for us. We can change that. Let’s bring leadership back to New York’s 21st and actually protect healthcare.
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From dollars returned and cases closed to bills introduced and letters sent, my team and I have been hard at work delivering real results for Virginia’s Seventh District.
Read more about what we’ve accomplished in my first year in office 👇
December 31, 2025 at 12:18 AM
From dollars returned and cases closed to bills introduced and letters sent, my team and I have been hard at work delivering real results for Virginia’s Seventh District.
Read more about what we’ve accomplished in my first year in office 👇
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Needed something soothing today. Knew I’d find it in one of Mollie Katzen’s cookbooks. (This is my second copy of this one!) Curried squash and mushroom soup. Smells so good in here. Just needs that dollop of yogurt. Mmmm.
#moosewood @molliekatzen.bsky.social
#moosewood @molliekatzen.bsky.social
December 28, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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The Affordable Care Act tax credits expire in five days.
House Republicans refuse to come back to Washington to vote on an extension.
You deserve better.
House Republicans refuse to come back to Washington to vote on an extension.
You deserve better.
December 27, 2025 at 2:43 PM
The Affordable Care Act tax credits expire in five days.
House Republicans refuse to come back to Washington to vote on an extension.
You deserve better.
House Republicans refuse to come back to Washington to vote on an extension.
You deserve better.
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This past year, I’ve had the privilege of serving you and our community in Congress.
As we wrap up 2025, I want you to know that every day, my focus is on delivering real results for Virginia families.
As we wrap up 2025, I want you to know that every day, my focus is on delivering real results for Virginia families.
December 27, 2025 at 12:33 AM
This past year, I’ve had the privilege of serving you and our community in Congress.
As we wrap up 2025, I want you to know that every day, my focus is on delivering real results for Virginia families.
As we wrap up 2025, I want you to know that every day, my focus is on delivering real results for Virginia families.
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Have Bari Weiss and Elise Stefanik ever been seen together in the same room? 🤔
December 25, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Have Bari Weiss and Elise Stefanik ever been seen together in the same room? 🤔
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Cindy and I wish a Merry Christmas to all those celebrating.
Special thank you to the service members, first responders, law enforcement, and health care workers spending today away from their families. We are grateful for you.
Special thank you to the service members, first responders, law enforcement, and health care workers spending today away from their families. We are grateful for you.
December 25, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Cindy and I wish a Merry Christmas to all those celebrating.
Special thank you to the service members, first responders, law enforcement, and health care workers spending today away from their families. We are grateful for you.
Special thank you to the service members, first responders, law enforcement, and health care workers spending today away from their families. We are grateful for you.
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Wishing everyone across New York’s 21st a beautiful holiday season!
December 24, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Wishing everyone across New York’s 21st a beautiful holiday season!
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First of all, words like “cited” & “argued” have meaning. “Lies being spread from Satan”??? Uh, citation needed, as they say
Second, how do faculty continue to teach here? How are there not walkouts, resignations?
Even if instructor had fucked up (not true), removing her is an insane overreaction
Second, how do faculty continue to teach here? How are there not walkouts, resignations?
Even if instructor had fucked up (not true), removing her is an insane overreaction
The University of Oklahoma has removed an instructor who was accused by a student of religious discrimination over a failing grade on a psychology paper in which she cited the Bible and argued that promoting a “belief in multiple genders” was “demonic.” https://cnn.it/4b6g3rd
Oklahoma instructor removed from teaching for failing a Bible-based gender essay | CNN
The University of Oklahoma has removed an instructor who was accused by a student of religious discrimination over a failing grade on a psychology paper in which she cited the Bible and argued that promoting a “belief in multiple genders” was “demonic.”
cnn.it
December 24, 2025 at 7:16 PM
First of all, words like “cited” & “argued” have meaning. “Lies being spread from Satan”??? Uh, citation needed, as they say
Second, how do faculty continue to teach here? How are there not walkouts, resignations?
Even if instructor had fucked up (not true), removing her is an insane overreaction
Second, how do faculty continue to teach here? How are there not walkouts, resignations?
Even if instructor had fucked up (not true), removing her is an insane overreaction